Ownership  |   A Brush With Kindness

Ownership

FoothillsHabitat for Humanity does not maintain of list of potential homeowners. Currently, the application process is not open. We will accept applications when we have acquired sufficient funds and/or materials to build the next home. The open application process is announced on our website and through the local newspapers. The minimum criteria for homeownership and details on how to apply are given at that time.

Habitat Homeowners take pride in the home they help build. Partner families contribute 500 hours of “sweat equity” usually helping build their home or working on another Habitat home. These homeowners work side by side with volunteers and, together, a home is built and friendships are built.

Foothills Habitat for Humanity has a Family Selection Committee which reviews applications, interviews, and makes recommendations regarding the selection of families. Families are selected based on various criteria including:

• Level of need
• Willingness to become partners in the program
• Ability to repay the no-interest loan

Foothills Habitat for Humanity has a program,  called "A Brush With Kindness", which is an extension of our mission to provide safe, decent, and adequate homes for families in need. 

The program assists low-income homeowners with minor exterior needs such as painting or landscaping.  Priority will be given to seniors, disabled persons, and single parent households, however, all very low-income homeowners may apply.

A Brush with Kindness is accepting applications. Please contact the Foothills Habitat for Humanity office at 916-781-9601 or email foothillshabitat@surewest.net.